Forester

Job Duties: The duties are at the GS-12 grade level. Assume leadership and participate in integration of programs and budgets to foster efficient/effective restoration of ecosystems. Lead the development of short and long-term action plans for integrated vegetation programs and associated budgets. Evaluate adequacy and effectiveness of vegetation management programs through periodic on the-ground inspections. Collaborate and develop technical guides and standards for timber resources. Ability to work with a wide variety of internal and external partners and groups to develop mutually beneficial programs or projects on public lands. Maintain liaison with diverse organizations and levels of the agency, local operators, groups, and representatives to obtain support and understanding of programs, operations, and direction. Work with resource specialists to resolve vegetative management issues. Plan the work to be accomplished by assigning work to employees and establishing production or quality standards for the unit's work. Establish and communicate guidelines and performance requirements to employees including conducting formal performance reviews and identifying developmental and training needs of employees. Foster an inclusive workplace where diversity and individual differences are leveraged to achieve the vision and mission of the organization. Promote an inclusive work environment that is free from all types of discrimination. Oversee/conduct technical field reviews to assess consistency of activities with direction and techniques. Plan and conduct studies on complex problems created by natural resources practices and vegetative management activities. Supervises more than 25% of the time.